Paquette Consulting - List of confidential research and organizational change studies undertaken

Research and Organizational Change Interventions Studies undertaken over the period 1989-2010 (A Selection)

Department of National Defence, Infrastructure and Environment, Infrastructure and Environment Issues Management (DIEIM), April-June 2010
Conduct an organizational analysis of the organizational structure of DIEIM and of the design of the work of the existing positions to identify modifications to the organizational and job structures needed to enable DIEIM to achieve the objectives of the new COS (IE), those of the ADM (IE), and of course of the Deputy Minister of National Defence for improved IE issues management.
Department of Fisheries and Oceans, DMO, Internal Audit Directorate, July-August 2010
Conduct an organizational analysis in light of the Office of the Comptroller General of Canada’s national model work description initiative for internal audit positions to determine compatibility with the OCG’s organizational design and generic work description initiative, and develop unique or national model work descriptions for all IAD positions.
Canadian Association of Professional Employees, September 2009-November 2010
Conduct and analysis of the work and work descriptions of the employees of CAPE in consultation with a joint classification committee, and develop a “Job Classification System For the employees of CAPE”, provide background information on the sources of information and concepts for use by CAPE in presenting the classification system to the Ontario Human Rights Commission for review.
International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers (Local 2228), January-February 2010
Carry out an on-site review (desk audit) and develop a submission (2 Feb 10) on behalf of the IBEW before the Public Service Labour Relations Board for an Application under section 58 of the Public Service Labour Relations Act, for determination of membership of employees or classes of employees in bargaining units with respect to Environment Canada position J041000082 Board File Number 547-02-12 and Environment Canada position 2310-00281 Board File Number 547-02-09. 30 pp. Called to appear before the PSLRB (February 11-12, 2010) as an expert witness to give testimony.
International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers (Local 2228), November-December 2009
Carry out an on-site review (desk audit) and develop a submission on behalf of the IBEW before the Public Service Labour Relations Board for an Application under section 58 of the Public Service Labour Relations Act, for determination of membership of employees or classes of employees in bargaining units with respect to Health Canada position HPHE-966 Board File Number 547-02-10 and Health Canada position HXHCR-2428 Board File Number 547-02-14. 33 pp. Called to appear before the PSLRB (December 1-3, 2009) as an expert witness to give testimony.
Department of Fisheries and Oceans, Science Sector, Office of the Departmental Diving Safety Officer, August-September 2009
Conduct an analysis and prepare a report on the potential impact of diving roles on the classification of positions, classified under a number of classification standards, specifically RES, REM, BI, ENG, EG-ESS, GT and AS, and prepare a new work description and statement of merit for the position of Departmental Diving Safety Officer. Report was: Report on the Potential Impact of Diving Roles on the Classification of Positions Classified under A Number of Classification Standards (RES, REM, BI, ENG, EG-ESS, GT and AS). 12 August 2009, 38 pp.
Department of Fisheries and Oceans, Fisheries and Aquaculture Management Sector, Director Integrated Planning and Reporting (PPC) April 2-24, 2009
Provide advice and guidance through a review of documentation on the location and roles of Aboriginal Program Managers in regional offices across Canada, and the development of a position paper defining the issues FAM is facing in fisheries renewal and the change in direction this presents in terms of allocation, of these Aboriginal Program positions. Present the position paper to regional Aboriginal directors for questioning and discussion as the basis for determining the future occupational group allocation of these positions. ¨Paper was: On the Description of the Work of, and Occupational Group Allocation of, Aboriginal Fisheries Officers in DF0. April 15, 2009, 19 pp.
Canadian Transport Agency, Communications Directorate. January 14-June 30, 2009
Provided organization design and classification services including organizational analysis and classification consulting with respect to the structure and content of the Canadian Transportation Agency’s Communications Directorate, written and oral advice to the Director and to the Chair and CEO for the creation of a new organization and up to twelve new work descriptions. Report was: The Communications Directorate of the Canadian Transport Agency - An organizational Analysis 12 June 2009, 35 pp.
Canadian Human Rights Commission, Corporate Management Branch and Corporate Secretary, Financial and Administrative Services Division. July 2-December 31, 2008
Carry out an analysis of the Financial Services Section of the Division, it’s responsibilities, and the existing work descriptions to identify those work descriptions that are appropriate, those that need change, and prepare a report identifying the organizational change required, and the restructuring of individual jobs required, as well as a plan for the implementation of the suggested changes, and provide advice on issues of classification and other advice as required. Report was: The Financial Management Section An Organization Analysis. 11 September 2008, 26 pp.
Department of Fisheries and Oceans, Central and Arctic Region, April 2-October 31, 2008
Provide a basis (methodology, research to define appropriate profiles, the conduct of up to 9 desk audits, and the production of a summary report with recommendations for management) for resolving an organizational problem of the Central and Arctic Region of DFO respecting the appropriate allocation of administrative positions to the Clerical and Regulatory (CR) Group or to Administrative Services (AS Group) for a total of 28 positions across the Region. Report was: Organization Design Project: Assessment of the CR-04 Positions of the Central and Arctic Region Step 5: Summary Report on All Positions for RAW Interviews. 13 October 2008, 32 pp.
Canadian Human Rights Commission, Corporate Management Branch and Corporate Secretary Financial and Administrative Services Division. 7 January-31 March 2008
Carry out an analysis of the Administrative Services Section of the Division, it’s responsibilities, and the existing work descriptions to identify those work descriptions that are appropriate, those that need change, and prepare a report identifying the organizational change required, and the restructuring of individual jobs required, as well as a plan for the implementation of the suggested changes, and provide advice on issues of classification and other advice as required. Report was: The Administrative Services Section, An Organization Analysis. 19 March 2008, 26 pp.
Canadian Federal Pilot’s Association, July-November, 2007
Carried out a review of relevant legislation linking the staffing and classification functions and prepared a brief “On the matter of occupational group allocation for appointments” for the CFPA legal counsel with respect to the “Complaint by Edward H. Rinn and the Canadian Federal Pilot’s Association against Transport Canada, Civil Aviation – Commercial Business. Ave, Edmonton, Alberta with respect to Abuse of Authority in the Application of merit with respect to the position of Regional Manager, Aviation System Safety, Position ACE-02944.” 8 pp. Called as an expert witness to appear before the PSLRB and give testimony November 2007.
DFO Science Sector, Strategic Science Outreach, 2 January – 31 March, 2007
Carry out necessary research and conduct interviews to develop an implementation strategy for the promotion of collaboration, consistent with the Departmental S&T Collaboration Strategy Implementation Guide and the mandate of the Strategic Science Outreach Group culminating in the report: A DFO-Science Collaboration Opportunity Strategy - A report on: An implementation strategy and performance indicators for science outreach collaboration. 23 March 2007, 42 pp.
Parks Canada Agency. May-June 2004
Undertook the conduct of an examination of the currency of the content of the position number 411106821, the Chief Legislative and Regulatory Affairs classified as a PM-05 with a rating of 672 points and of position number 001127, Project Manager, Regulatory Development a PM-04, with a rating of 527 points to determine if the job content was accurately described, if not to update the work descriptions, and carry out a relativity study to determine what the classification of the two positions might be relative to their substantial comparability with the classification of similar work carried out in other departments. A report was produced based on the relativity of the senior position only deeming that sufficient to make the case for the junior position as well. The report was: The Internal and External Relativity of the Classification Group and Level of the Parks Canada Agency Position of Manager, Legislation and Regulation Program (Position Number 411106821) 10 June 2004. 13 pp plus 26 multi-page attachments.
PWGSC, Real Property, Maintenance Support Services, 2003-2004
Carry out an analysis of a number of outstanding work description and classification concerns of Section employees to determine the current nature of the work, current description of the work, and the appropriate classification of the work in consultation with the manager, subject employees, and PWGSC classification experts.
Canadian Space Agency, 2003
Carry out an analysis of the organizational needs of the Financial Planning and Analysis Division, Integrated Management Branch in consultation with key employees, define a revised organizational structure to meet needs, and prepare work descriptions, evaluation rationales, and a rationale for the reorganization of the Financial Planning and Analysis Division.
Department of Justice, Office of the Senior ADM Integration and Corporate Services, 2003
Carry out an analysis of the organizational needs of the new organization created from the merger of the Integration function of DOJ with Corporate Services, and other units for the definition of a new organizational structure and position of Senior ADM Justice Administration and prepare work descriptions, evaluation rationales, and a draft Treasury Board Submission for the creation of the proposed position of Senior ADM Justice Administration.
HRDC, Strategic Policy, Strategic Management and Modern Practices, Career Development Programs 2003
Develop and deliver a draft competency-based Learning Framework for the ES or Policy Community of HRDC , a preliminary curriculum for the ES or Policy Group, learning approaches, and identify one module of training for launch in 2003 to be delivered for HRDC alone, or in collaboration with other federal departments and agencies under the leadership of HRDC SP.
DFO, Corporate Services Sector, Information Management and Technology Services Directorate, 2002
In collaboration with DFO Classification Specialists, to develop the classification rationales for the classification of departmentally approved generic UCS work descriptions covering all CS positions in DFO under the CS standard for the consideration of the departmental inter-regional CS classification committee.
Association of Public Service Financial Administrators, 2002
Prepare and present a presentation to Treasury Board on the definition and need for action in the reform of the classification standard for the financial management of the financial management community of the Public Service of Canada.
Health Canada, IMSD, Information/Knowledge Management Division, 2001-2002
To work with the Director and senior managers of the Information/Knowledge Management Division to produce a new organization of the Division to address its rapidly evolving responsibilities and to provide the basis of the Health Canada contribution to the Treasury Board study of KM across the Public Service.
National Archives/National Library of Canada, Information Technology Services Branch, 2001
Carry out an analysis of the organizational needs of the integration of information technology services of both the National Archives and the National Library into one organizational unit under a single head in consultation with key employees, define a revised organizational structure to meet needs, and prepare work descriptions, evaluation rationales, and statements of qualifications for all senior positions of the new ITSB.
Health Canada, Information Management Services Directorate, 2000
Universal Classification Standard, Conversion of CS Positions within the Information Management Services Directorate, Health Canada, Analysis of Situation, September 12, 2000. A Report Prepared for the CIO and DG IMSD
Treasury Board UCS CS Community Harmonization Group (funded by DFO and Health Canada), 2000
Prepare Anchors for all levels of the three elements: Information for Use of Others, Job Content Knowledge, and Intellectual Effort, for all CS levels for use in the UCS CS Community Reference Tool.
Industry Canada, Investment Partnerships Canada, 1998
Consult with Senior Account Executives of IPC on ways and means to obtain data on skills profiles of community work forces, develop invitation for, and invite key players in the Ottawa-Carleton region to discuss possible pilot project to be carried out in Ottawa-Carleton, develop proceedings from meeting and collect and synthesize feedback from minutes.
Economic Development Association of Canada, 1998
Develop a proposal for EDAC to submit to federal officials to take lead on the development of a national program to develop skills profiles of Canadian community workforces.
International Joint Commission, Canadian Branch, 1996
Conduct an analysis of the organization to advise the Executive Director and the Canadian Commissioners and Canadian Chair on the efficiency and effectiveness of the existing organization, and on recommendations for change in the structure of the organization, functions and positions required, and staffing strategy.
Industry Canada, Entrepreneurship and Small Business Office, 1996
Develop a request for proposal and evaluation criteria, and evaluation system for the development of the $1.1 Million Investor Skills Development Program under the Canada Community Investment Program; Chair the Evaluation of the bids, write the report on the evaluation, and advise the bidders of the outcome.
Regional Economic Diversification Ottawa (REDO), 1995
Develop a strategic plan to drive the work of REDO over its three-year existence to ease the transfer of 15,000 Public Servants to the private sector. Write an economic statement on the potential impact of the downsizing of 15,000 public servants from the Federal payroll in the National Capital Region.
Mayor and Industrial Development Authority, City of Claremont, New Hampshire, 1993-1994
Developed a strategic plan for the revitalization of the economy of the region encompassing the City of Claremont and Sullivan County. Provided counsel to the members of the Industrial Development Agency of Claremont and the Claremont Management Forum on strategies and tactics to obtain greater economic development for the city and region, 1993-1994.
Citizens' Group, Claremont New Hampshire, 1993-1994
Produced a series of articles on economic development, taxation, and education for a citizens group seeking new directions.
Occupational and Career Information Branch, Employment, HRDC, 1993-1994
Research and develop a strategic plan, and supporting materials to obtain approval of the Minister and of Treasury Board to convert the Branch into a Special Operating Agency of the Federal Government.
Canadian International Development Agency, Personnel and Administration Branch, Human Resource Planning and Official Languages Division, Human Resource Planning, 1992
Conduct research and interviews as required to produce a report for the President of CIDA to the Clerk of the Privy Council on PS2000 Initiatives of CIDA in the areas of empowerment, involvement of staff, and accountability clarification.
Ministry of Housing, Toronto Regional Office, 1992
Co-facilitate a strategic planning session of two days to clarify clientele, relationships with stakeholders, goals and objectives and training objectives for the organization, identification of steps required to achieve identified goals and objectives and improved stakeholder relations, as well as accountability for implementation of the steps leading to each of the goals and objectives and stakeholder relations.
Canadian International Development Agency, Personnel and Administration Branch, Training and Development, 1991
Conduct research and analysis for and produce a report on the impact of the CIDA Professional Development Strategy for the 1990's on CIDA's employees including implications and costs.
Canadian International Development Agency, Personnel and Administration Branch, Training and Development, 1991
Conduct research and analysis for and produce a report detailing an implementation plan, including courses, sources of courses, costs, and estimated time to fully implement (as well as alternative courses of action) of the CIDA Professional Development Strategy for the 1990's Development Officer Professional Development Plan.
Canadian International Development Agency, Personnel and Administration Branch, Human Resource Planning and Official Languages Division, Human Resource Planning, 1991
Conduct research and analysis for and produce a report for the President of CIDA to the Clerk of the Privy Council on PS2000 Initiatives of CIDA as CIDA Professional Development Strategy for the 1990's and the Professional Development Plan for Development Officers.
Canadian International Development Agency, Personnel and Administration Branch, Training and Development, 1991
Conduct research and analysis for, facilitate consensus building for addressing issues, and produce a manual describing a quality management system to improve the quality of services of the Training and Development Section.
Canadian International Development Agency, Personnel and Administration Branch, Human Resource Planning and Official Languages Division, Human Resource Planning, 1991
Conduct research and analysis to develop a skills/competencies matrix of the Administrative and Support Career Track at CIDA to serve as a basis for the development of a Professional Development Plan for the incumbents of positions in this career track.
Natural Resources Canada, Human Resources Sector, Organization and Classification Section, 1990
Carry out a study, through interview of key players throughout Surveys and Mapping Sector, of the validity of the classification of EG-ESS and DD positions and the relationship of positions in Sherbrook to positions in Ottawa in light of the EG-ESS settlement; make recommendations on the validity of arguments on the similarities of positions.
Human Resource Development Canada, Income Security Redesign Project, 1990
Conduct two reviews (one general, one to address specific issues) of basic legislation underpinning the Income Security Program (ISP) and identify each section which may require change to implement the new organization and method of operation.
Canadian International Development Agency, Special Programs Branch, Non-Governmental Organizations Division, 1989
Evaluate the impact on the organization of changing office technology, facilitate the review and refocusing of management and staff to prepare for new technology by restructuring the organization, the jobs in the organization, and changing work procedures and rules which do not support the new direction, April 18 through June 19, 1989.
Mineral Industry Technology Council of Canada (MITEC), 1989
Review relevant background documents, and consult with industry and association executives as appropriate, of similar organizations elsewhere in Canada and in Australia and produce a summary report on the objects, terms of membership, legal status, funding, and management relevant to the structure of MITEC as a Canadian corporation.
Canada Centre for Management Development, 1989
Develop a case study of the organization of the Minerals and Metals Commodities Branch carried out by William McCann during 1987-1989 for use as a training instrument at the Centre.
EMR, Mineral Policy Sector, May-October 1985
Reference: Pierre Perron, Associate Deputy Minister. Organization design, staffing recommendations for the 150 person Mineral Policy Sector.
EMR, Mineral Policy Sector, January-November 1982
Reference: C.G. Miller, ADM. Organization design, analysis; write 6 EX/SM job descriptions and reorganization rationale, conduct consultations with classification specialists for TB presentation arguments. Sponsor positions at classification committee.
EMR, Mineral Policy Sector, November 1981-March 1982
Reference: C.G.Miller, ADM. Development of an employee profile and skills Inventory of the Sector’s 150 employees, and a competencies matrix for all classifications used by the Sector as basis for retraining strategy. Development of training strategy targeted to address skill and knowledge deficiencies.
EMR, Mineral Policy Sector, August-December 1981
Reference: R.D. Hutchinson (A/ADM), C.G.Miller, ADM. Provide formal evaluation (assign points and prepare rationale) for conversion of 60 ES positions negotiate/consult with TB over point allocation -- nineteen positions "green-circled", six positions "red-circled", thirty five positions unchanged.
EMR, Mineral Policy Sector, April-July 1981
Reference: R.D. Hutchinson, A/ADM. Organization design, analysis; 5 EX, and 60 ES positions; argumentation for Associate DM, draft rationale for TBS for reorganization. Sponsor of positions at classification committee.
EMR, Mineral Policy Sector, January-April 1981
Reference: W.G. Jeffery/ R.D. Hutchinson ADM and A/ADM. Coordinate the rewriting of all 60 ES positions for conversion to new standard, evaluate all position descriptions, and provide advice to managers on content and structure of draft ES positions.
EMR, Mineral Policy Sector, 1980
Reference: W.G. Jeffery, ADM. Organization design, analysis; write 5 SX job descriptions, rationale for TB. Sponsor of positions at classification committee.